
IEN at the 2025 Higher Education Climate Leadership Summi...
From February 2-4, the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) joined over 350 leaders in higher education, sustainable investing, and community engagement at the 2025 Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit. Held in Washington, D.C., this year’s convening underscored the urgent need for endowments to advance sustainable and impact investing strategies, ensure long-term institutional financial sustainability, and continue to address systemic risk despite current political headwinds.

The Sierra Club Foundation Achieves A Platinum Rating Thr...
The Oakland-based foundation is recognized for its commitment to sustainable and impact investing following a third-party verification process.

The SK2 Fund Receives a Gold Rating Through the Intention...
The Colorado-based foundation achieved Gold rating through sustainable and impact investing assessment framework, developed by the Intentional Endowments Network.

A Night to Remember: Highlights from IEN’s 10th Anniversa...
On November 14, the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) gathered over 180 supporters, friends, and partners for an unforgettable evening at Boston’s Museum of Science. The event marked a dual celebration: IEN’s 10-year anniversary and the celebration of IEN’s co-founder Tony Cortese's remarkable career.

Celebrating a Decade of Impact - Where Do We Go From Here?
On November 14th, we will celebrate a decade of impact at the Museum of Science in Boston - we hope that you can join us. As the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) marks its 10-year anniversary, we reflect on a decade of transformative change in the finance and sustainable investing industries. From humble beginnings to a thriving community of over 250+ institutions, IEN has been at the forefront of the movement towards a more responsible, equitable, and environmentally conscious investment landscape. Our journey has been marked by significant milestones, collaboration, and a deep commitment to creating a better future for all.

Reflections from the iDAC Global Summit: Elevating the Co...
I had the privilege of attending the iDAC Global Finance Summit on Talent Maximization, an inspiring gathering that brought together industry leaders and organizations to accelerate transformational change through the financial sector.

The AJL Foundation Achieves a Platinum Rating Through the...
The AJL Foundation becomes the third public participant to achieve a platinum rating through the Endowment Impact Benchmark (EIB) assessment – the highest rating possible through the rating and benchmarking framework.

Building Resilient Portfolios: IEN Members Are Leading th...
Climate Week NYC 2024 is one of the largest global forums for climate change, gathering leaders from business, government, and civil society to collaborate on climate solutions. For endowed institutions, Climate Week provides critical insights into how sustainable and impact investing can drive climate justice while ensuring long-term financial resilience.

The Russell Family Foundation Achieves Platinum Rating Th...
The Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) announces the rating of the first philanthropic foundation to complete the Endowment Impact Benchmark (EIB) – earning the highest rating possible through the assessment and benchmarking framework.

IEN Celebrates Dr. Tony Cortese's Visionary Leadership in...
The Intentional Endowments Network will honor Dr. Tony Cortese at its 10th-anniversary gala and introduce the Anthony Cortese Fellowship Fund.

IEN Celebrates Dr. Tony Cortese's Visionary Leadership in...
The Intentional Endowments Network will honor Dr. Tony Cortese at its 10th-anniversary gala and introduce the Anthony Cortese Fellowship Fund.

The Russell Family Foundation Achieves Platinum Rating Th...
The Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) announces the rating of the first philanthropic foundation to complete the Endowment Impact Benchmark (EIB) – earning the highest rating possible through the assessment and benchmarking framework.

Building Resilient Portfolios: IEN Members Are Leading th...
Climate Week NYC 2024 is one of the largest global forums for climate change, gathering leaders from business, government, and civil society to collaborate on climate solutions. For endowed institutions, Climate Week provides critical insights into how sustainable and impact investing can drive climate justice while ensuring long-term financial resilience.

The AJL Foundation Achieves a Platinum Rating Through the...
The AJL Foundation becomes the third public participant to achieve a platinum rating through the Endowment Impact Benchmark (EIB) assessment – the highest rating possible through the rating and benchmarking framework.

Reflections from the iDAC Global Summit: Elevating the Co...
I had the privilege of attending the iDAC Global Finance Summit on Talent Maximization, an inspiring gathering that brought together industry leaders and organizations to accelerate transformational change through the financial sector.

Celebrating a Decade of Impact - Where Do We Go From Here?
On November 14th, we will celebrate a decade of impact at the Museum of Science in Boston - we hope that you can join us. As the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) marks its 10-year anniversary, we reflect on a decade of transformative change in the finance and sustainable investing industries. From humble beginnings to a thriving community of over 250+ institutions, IEN has been at the forefront of the movement towards a more responsible, equitable, and environmentally conscious investment landscape. Our journey has been marked by significant milestones, collaboration, and a deep commitment to creating a better future for all.

A Night to Remember: Highlights from IEN’s 10th Anniversa...
On November 14, the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) gathered over 180 supporters, friends, and partners for an unforgettable evening at Boston’s Museum of Science. The event marked a dual celebration: IEN’s 10-year anniversary and the celebration of IEN’s co-founder Tony Cortese's remarkable career.

The SK2 Fund Receives a Gold Rating Through the Intention...
The Colorado-based foundation achieved Gold rating through sustainable and impact investing assessment framework, developed by the Intentional Endowments Network.

The Sierra Club Foundation Achieves A Platinum Rating Thr...
The Oakland-based foundation is recognized for its commitment to sustainable and impact investing following a third-party verification process.

IEN at the 2025 Higher Education Climate Leadership Summi...
From February 2-4, the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) joined over 350 leaders in higher education, sustainable investing, and community engagement at the 2025 Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit. Held in Washington, D.C., this year’s convening underscored the urgent need for endowments to advance sustainable and impact investing strategies, ensure long-term institutional financial sustainability, and continue to address systemic risk despite current political headwinds.

A Night to Remember: Highlights from IEN’s 10th Anniversa...
On November 14, the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) gathered over 180 supporters, friends, and partners for an unforgettable evening at Boston’s Museum of Science. The event marked a dual celebration: IEN’s 10-year anniversary and the celebration of IEN’s co-founder Tony Cortese's remarkable career.

Building Resilient Portfolios: IEN Members Are Leading th...
Climate Week NYC 2024 is one of the largest global forums for climate change, gathering leaders from business, government, and civil society to collaborate on climate solutions. For endowed institutions, Climate Week provides critical insights into how sustainable and impact investing can drive climate justice while ensuring long-term financial resilience.

Celebrating a Decade of Impact - Where Do We Go From Here?
On November 14th, we will celebrate a decade of impact at the Museum of Science in Boston - we hope that you can join us. As the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) marks its 10-year anniversary, we reflect on a decade of transformative change in the finance and sustainable investing industries. From humble beginnings to a thriving community of over 250+ institutions, IEN has been at the forefront of the movement towards a more responsible, equitable, and environmentally conscious investment landscape. Our journey has been marked by significant milestones, collaboration, and a deep commitment to creating a better future for all.

IEN Celebrates Dr. Tony Cortese's Visionary Leadership in...
The Intentional Endowments Network will honor Dr. Tony Cortese at its 10th-anniversary gala and introduce the Anthony Cortese Fellowship Fund.

IEN at the 2025 Higher Education Climate Leadership Summi...
From February 2-4, the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) joined over 350 leaders in higher education, sustainable investing, and community engagement at the 2025 Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit. Held in Washington, D.C., this year’s convening underscored the urgent need for endowments to advance sustainable and impact investing strategies, ensure long-term institutional financial sustainability, and continue to address systemic risk despite current political headwinds.

Reflections from the iDAC Global Summit: Elevating the Co...
I had the privilege of attending the iDAC Global Finance Summit on Talent Maximization, an inspiring gathering that brought together industry leaders and organizations to accelerate transformational change through the financial sector.

The AJL Foundation Achieves a Platinum Rating Through the...
The AJL Foundation becomes the third public participant to achieve a platinum rating through the Endowment Impact Benchmark (EIB) assessment – the highest rating possible through the rating and benchmarking framework.

The Russell Family Foundation Achieves Platinum Rating Th...
The Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) announces the rating of the first philanthropic foundation to complete the Endowment Impact Benchmark (EIB) – earning the highest rating possible through the assessment and benchmarking framework.

The SK2 Fund Receives a Gold Rating Through the Intention...
The Colorado-based foundation achieved Gold rating through sustainable and impact investing assessment framework, developed by the Intentional Endowments Network.

The Sierra Club Foundation Achieves A Platinum Rating Thr...
The Oakland-based foundation is recognized for its commitment to sustainable and impact investing following a third-party verification process.